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Mackay Regional Integrated Transport Strategy [MRITS]

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An integrated and connected transport system, that is both safe and efficient, is critical to the development and growth of the Mackay region’s economy, as well as the liveability and quality of life for people within our region.

With the anticipated population growth across the region, changes to the regional economy, and the emerging function of technology in our society - having a clear vision and strategy for the transport network is critical for Mackay Regional Council.

Council commenced the development of the Mackay Regional Integrated Transport Strategy (MRITS) project in late 2019. Following a stakeholder engagement and consultation process, the MRITS was adopted by Mackay Regional Council on 14 July 2021.

The MRITS establishes the vision and sets the strategic directions for an integrated transport and land use system to 2036. This is supported by strategic objectives and strategic outcomes that will help to achieve the vision. An action plan has also been developed as part of the strategy, which will be used to guide the implementation of the strategy over time.

Click here to read the Mackay Region Integrated Transport Strategy.

If you have any questions, or would like to discuss the strategy, please contact Strategic Planning on 1300 Mackay (1300 622 529) or email strategic.planning@mackay.qld.gov.au


An integrated and connected transport system, that is both safe and efficient, is critical to the development and growth of the Mackay region’s economy, as well as the liveability and quality of life for people within our region.

With the anticipated population growth across the region, changes to the regional economy, and the emerging function of technology in our society - having a clear vision and strategy for the transport network is critical for Mackay Regional Council.

Council commenced the development of the Mackay Regional Integrated Transport Strategy (MRITS) project in late 2019. Following a stakeholder engagement and consultation process, the MRITS was adopted by Mackay Regional Council on 14 July 2021.

The MRITS establishes the vision and sets the strategic directions for an integrated transport and land use system to 2036. This is supported by strategic objectives and strategic outcomes that will help to achieve the vision. An action plan has also been developed as part of the strategy, which will be used to guide the implementation of the strategy over time.

Click here to read the Mackay Region Integrated Transport Strategy.

If you have any questions, or would like to discuss the strategy, please contact Strategic Planning on 1300 Mackay (1300 622 529) or email strategic.planning@mackay.qld.gov.au


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  • Project update: July 14, 2021

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    Northern Beaches traffic planning a key action of transport strategy

    Planning for growth in the Northern Beaches is one of the key priorities of a comprehensive new transport strategy for the Mackay region.

    As one of the fastest growing localities in the Mackay region, ensuring the transport network can support the community will be critical.

    Mayor Greg Williamson said an action of the strategy was for council to prepare a local area transport plan for the Northern Beaches to support current and planned growth.

    “Council has committed funds to start this project this financial year and has started early discussions with Transport and Main Roads (TMR),’’ Mayor Williamson said.

    “This is important as TMR has to do its own planning in relation to helping ease congestion on Mackay-Bucasia Road to and from the Northern Beaches,’’ he said.

    “Council wants to work with the State Government to ensure that together our plans and investment will support the community and ease congestion.”

    The Mackay Region Integrated Transport Strategy 2021-2036 was adopted by an ordinary meeting of council today.

    The Northern Beaches local area transport plan is one of about 27 actions identified in the document, with each to be worked towards over time.

    “The transport strategy was developed in consultation with key stakeholders across the region, including community consultation through our Connecting Mackay website,” Mayor Williamson said.

    “It is about ensuring we, as a council, are managing, planning and investing in the transport network so that it meets the broader council and community objectives,’’ he said.

    “By doing this we will support the economy and leave a positive legacy for the future.”

    Click here to view the full document.